Fighting Nerds KO artist gets exposed by Ian Garry for being a ‘quitter’ ahead of UFC Kansas

Welterweight star Ian Garry heats up mind games ahead of UFC Kansas City main event against knockout artist Carlos Prates.

Fighting Nerds KO artist gets exposed by Ian Garry for being a ‘quitter’ ahead of UFC Kansas

Ian Garry believes Carlos Prates is a quitter (via Imago/X)

Ian Garry is preparing to face Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City’s main event, generating massive hype among MMA fans. Set inside the T-Mobile Center, the event promises fireworks as both fighters bring a striking warfare to the octagon. As expected, Garry has initiated psychological warfare early, attempting to rattle Prates mentally before they even exchange a single punch.

Prates has recently captivated many fans with his dynamic fighting style, quickly gaining a solid wave of public support. Despite the buzz, Garry dismisses the hype, calling the Brazilian a quitter, who mentally folds when the pressure gets real. To back his claim, Garry shared a clip showing Prates seemingly quitting mid-fight and losing the contest by TKO.

This is a video of Carlos Prates and his true fighting spirit, called being a quitter…He knows that deep down he’s not a fighter.

Ian Garry via Instagram 
YouTube video

The bout occurred in 2012, where Prates faced Rafael Nunes at Max Fight 13, suffering his first professional defeat. Since that loss, Prates has been beaten five more times, mostly by submission, highlighting clear vulnerabilities in his grappling defense. However, he’s remained unbeaten for six straight years, showcasing massive improvement by winning eleven consecutive fights across various high-level promotions.

Prates has dazzled in the UFC with four straight finishes, each earning him a Performance of the Night bonus award. Entering UFC Kansas City, he’s determined to keep the momentum alive and extend his finishing streak on the big stage. However, facing a well-rounded grappler like Ian Garry presents a major challenge that could halt his incredible rise instantly.

UFC veteran predicts Ian Garry vs. Carlos Prates 

Ian Garry burst onto the UFC scene with confidence, precision striking, and a mindset built for greatness from day one. He dismantled opponents using masterful distance control, sharp counters, and fluid movement that frustrates and overwhelms even the most experienced fighters. His rise continues with each fight, beating opponents such as Michael Page, Geoff Neal, etc. 

Ian Garry vs. Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City
Ian Garry vs. Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City (via X)

In his last outing, the Irishman went against top contender Shavkat Rakhmonov and lost the bout via unanimous decision. It was a very competitive fight in which the Irishman proved that he can hang with the top fighters. Going into Kansas City, Neal recently talked about the fight and shared his opinion on who would win.

I don’t know, man! Carlos be smoking cigarettes all the time and taking shots. I don’t know if his cardio is gonna hold up for five rounds. We’ll see about that. At the beginning of my career, I used to smoke cigarettes. So I can attest that… It did affect my cardio… like, a five-round fight, smoking cigarettes ain’t no way.

Geoff Neal via Inside Fighting 

Prates smokes 10 to 15 cigarettes daily, even during UFC fight camps, which goes against common expectations for professional athletes. He started smoking at twelve years old, influenced by growing up on tough Brazilian streets while his mother worked long hours.

Though a smoker, he trains harder than many peers, often staying in the gym longer and pushing himself harder than others. He once tried quitting, but rapid weight gain and skipping training forced him to return to smoking for balance. It will be interesting to see whether this will affect the biggest fight of his career on April 26th.

The Rise of Fighting Nerds 

The Fighting Nerds is a Brazilian MMA gym blending intelligence and violence, boasting an undefeated record and growing global recognition fast. Led by coach Pablo Sucupira, they include elite talents like Carlos Prates, Jean Silva, Mauricio Ruffy, and Caio Borralho. Over the last few years, they have raised various eyebrows with consistent performances and zero losses.

The Fighting Nerds team
The Fighting Nerds team (via Instagram)

They combine anime, science, and strategy with aggressive styles, proving that brains and brawn can coexist inside the unforgiving Octagon cage. Dominating with knockouts and submissions, they’ve reshaped MMA culture, earning respect as the sport’s most cerebral and exciting new powerhouse squad.

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